Apply Wall Texture Yourself and Save Big Bucks
Choose an orange peel or knockdown-style texture that you can do yourself with this Homax product.
Metal, Wood and More: Tools and Tips for All Kinds of Cuts
These will definitely get you out of a few jams.
How to Hang Drywall: Pro Tips for Cutting and Installing
A good framing crew makes drywall hangers whistle while they work. Follow these great hanging suggestions, and you can make...
Estimating Software Technology
What? You’re not using geospatial generated estimates? Read this article to find out why you should start.
Taping Drywall Tips: How to Tape Drywall Joints
Get the tape coat just right and you're sure to have smooth drywall joints
How to Build an Under-the-Stairs Storage Unit
Organized, easy-access storage — and lots of it!
How to Skim-Coat Walls
A new approach for smoothing rough walls that's easy to master
Drywall Anchors: Weight Tested
Can drywall anchors really be trusted to bear their rated weight? We conducted a HomeLAB test to find out.
13 ‘Cutting Edge’ Table Saw Tips
Straight from top pro woodworkers—ultra-clever tips for getting the most from your table saw.
Drywall Taping Tips
How to get better taping results with less hassle
Tips for Better Drywall Taping
Simple tricks for fast, flawless drywall finishing
How to Choose Joint Compound
Finding the right type for your project
Plaster and Lath Tear-Off Tips
Gary Wentz is a carpenter and the Editor-in-Chief of The Family Handyman. He claims to have torn out more than...
11 Tips on How to Remove a Popcorn Ceiling Faster and Easier
Popcorn ceilings were all the rage back in the '60s and '70s. Applying the texture to drywall and plaster ceilings...
How to Build a Drywall Arch
Using drywall and Masonite to create a curved doorway.
Drywall Texture Types You Need to Know
If you're like most DIYers, you're probably familiar with a handful of drywall textures. But, there is a wide range...
How to Use a Spiral Saw on Drywall
Faster, neater cuts around electrical boxes and ceiling fixtures.
How to Cut Drywall for an Opening
Cut out drywall holes for electrical outlets with a drywall saw.
Master the Basics of Drywall: How to Cut Drywall
Learn about the five simple tools and basic techniques you need to successfully cut drywall.
How to Fix an Oversize Electrical Box Cutout
Fast fix for a common goof
This is the Difference Between Mesh and Paper Drywall Tape
This is the differences between mesh and paper drywall tape.
Push Sticks Prevent Impalement
You can prevent injuries (and potential impalement) when using a table saw by building a small push stick. Learn how...
Create Smooth Walls: A Mudslinger’s Guide
Drywall taping is one of the most important jobs on any construction site. A skilled taper can hide a lot...
Could You Have Made it in Construction With These Tools From 1951?
A collection of ads for tools that were, at some point, on the cutting edge of technology. Things have changed...
What to Do with Leftover Drywall
15 million pounds of drywall is produced in the U.S. every year. Most of it goes on walls, but around...
How to Re-Saw Wood on a Bandsaw
Re-sawing, the process of cutting a board into thinner pieces of the same length and width, opens up a world...
Drywall Sanding Tips and Techniques
All the best tips and techniques for a smooth drywall surface.
How to Apply Knock Down Texture
Wall texture works for ceilings, too. Knock down texture is a fast fix for problem ceilings
Expert Tips for Finishing Drywall
Professional advice for smoother walls and less wasted time
5 Types of Drywall All DIYers Should Know About
Drywall, aka plasterboard, wallboard, gypsumboard or Sheetrock (a brand name), is actually a lot more interesting than you might think....